Environmental Health Specialist 1, 2, 3, or 4

Georgia Department of Public Health • Baxley (Appling County), GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Southeast Health District is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the full-time, salaried position of Environmental Health Specialist, based within Appling, Toombs or Wayne Counties. It is our mission at the Southeast Health District, to promote and protect the health of people in Southeast Georgia, wherever they live, work and play, uniting with individuals, families, and communities to improve and enhance their quality of life. We have clinic locations in 16 counties in Georgia, including Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Brantley, Bulloch, Candler, Charlton, Clinch, Coffee, Evans, Jeff Davis, Pierce, Tattnall, Toombs, Ware and Wayne counties. As a member of the Southeast Health District, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways. Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play. Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and the people of Georgia. Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborate with employees who share ideas and leverage collective strengths. Achieve Career Longevity – Take advantage of opportunities for learning and development that support a long-term career. Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Work in a unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role. Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like yourself.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included the completion of 27 semester hours (or 40 quarter hours) in laboratory sciences (e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Health Services.
• Level I Inspector’s Certification for On-Site Sewage Management Systems.
• Successful completion of the GA Environmental Health “Soils Course” and received Level II Inspector’s Certification.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, performs Environmental Health inspections for the Southeast Health District.
• Services include inspections for food service establishments, individual on-site sewage management systems, and tourist accommodations.
• Performs public services such as water samples, institutional evaluations, complaint investigations, rabies control, swimming pool evaluations, and other related activities.
• Provide Environmental Health education and technical assistance to the general public, regulated community, and officials.
• Responsible for office duties within the Environmental Health section that includes telephone conversations and person-to-person contacts.
• Also, responsible for correspondence and filing duties within the office.
• Interprets Local, State, and Federal Environmental Health laws and regulations.

Benefits

• Wellness breaks during the workday are authorized. Employees may utilize up to 30 minutes per workday for wellness activities, which can be taken as two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level